This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 4, 2025 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanencyNote: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only.Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying. You must apply using the CV template only. Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.The SchoolByford Secondary College (SC) is a newer school in Perth’s southern suburbs. We have first class facilities to support high quality teaching and learning programs in our college. Located approximately 30 kilometres from the Perth CBD, our College caters for 1500 students in Years 7 through to 12. We offer a unique setting to many other metropolitan schools, with a blend of urban and rural students; this creates a vibrant mix of students and staff within the college community.At Byford SC, we work together to provide effective learning experiences where we all grow, and students are prepared for a successful life beyond school. Our college’s moral purpose underpins everything we do, and as such, our teaching and allied professionals report a high level of engagement and satisfaction in working at Byford SC.Staff are supported both personally and professionally, with a keen focus on work-life balance. Targeted support is available for staff across all career stages, from graduate mentoring, classroom observations, instructional coaching and aspirant leadership development programs. Our school’s planning and improvement is based on the Fogarty Edvance program, which is supported and promoted by all leaders across our college.Our school motto, Aspire to Excellence, clearly articulates our vision of being the secondary school of choice for the local community providing a comprehensive suite of subjects from Year 7 through 12. The College offers an academic extension program for students by selection, in partnership with the University of Western Australia. This ‘Aspire’ program provides these students with access to the university's staff and facilities to enhance their learning experience.Our commitment is to meet the needs of each student by carefully nurturing their progress through differentiated delivery in every classroom. Whether a student in our integrated Education Support Facility or an Aspire student, we are committed to ongoing pathway planning and review so that each young person has the opportunity to reach their full potential and achieve their post-school aspirations. Byford SC has an outstanding track record supporting the provision of tailored service for our students with disabilities through our state of the art Integrated Facility.Find out more about our school by visiting orThe RoleByford SC is seeking a specialist Learning Support Literacy teacher.The successful applicant will work collaboratively with the specialist Numeracy teacher and the Learning Support Manager to provide an evidence-based teaching and learning program to address identified needs for selected students in the Year 7 and 8 Literacy and Numeracy support classes.The differentiated program provides scope for a cross-curricular approach to the English and Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) curriculum delivery and assessment in order to allow for direct literacy interventions. The program includes well established intervention and testing strategies and is supported by education assistants to maximise opportunities for students to improve their literacy knowledge and skills.The successful applicant will be provided with opportunities and resources to develop their capacity in evidence based teaching.The successful applicant should be student focused, enthusiastic and innovative, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. You will ideally display the professional knowledge, understandings and experience to analyse data, differentiate curriculum and develop student resilience and confidence in learning.The successful applicant will liaise with the relevant Heads of Learning and the Learning Support Manager to cater for different student learning needs. The successful applicant should have a strong interest in High Impact Teaching strategies. You should also have a sound understanding of the Western Australian curriculum, with a focus on the mastery of literacy skills, as well as an understanding of the importance of explicit literacy strategies across the curriculum.The following skills and attributes are highly desirable:
Qualification and/or experience in remedial literacy education
Knowledge of the WA English and HASS Curriculum
Engagement with evidence-based teaching strategies
Excellent data analysis skills to support the monitoring of student progress
Experience in, and/or a thorough understanding of, standardised testing, particularly the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) and Progressive Achievement Tests (PAT)
Engagement with Positive Behaviour Management Strategies
Professional BenefitsWorking for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting .Want to know more?For more information about this opportunity, please contact Rosana Stout, Associate Principal, on (08) 9526 7700 or emailingEquity and DiversityWe are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.Explore our for more details.EligibilityTo work with us, you must:
hold an eligible
. * be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. More information about employment eligibility can be found on our . * apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
consent to a
and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.Application InstructionsNEW Application ProcessThis position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.Please take note of the new application instructions detailed below.You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position. Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel as part of your application for this process.Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.Step 2: Complete the CV template with:
Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and
2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):
Professional Knowledge
Professional Engagement
Step 3: Submit Your Application Online * Click ‘Apply for Job’
Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager
Upload your completed CV Template only. Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.
Need Help? Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application.It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department’s or see our applicant resource attached.Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH990603Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
